Project Engineer – Utility Scale Renewable Energy

Role Overview

• Assisting the Project Team in executing projects in the planning and construction phases
• Managing the design, engineering and construction of utility-scale renewable energy projects
• Developing and maintaining project schedules
• Prepares construction cost estimates
• Manages document control and prepares management reports
• Executes site QA/QC activities and participates in the receipt and inspection of equipment and materials
• Oversees construction contractor(s) as the Owner’s representative
• Supports management and updates of work plans, QC staffing, and budgets for each phase of project execution
• Provides and/or coordinates engineering support for development and permitting activities
• Organizes regularly scheduled project meetings
• Supports project developers and senior construction management team for seamless project transition into construction phase
• Works with Operations for successful project turn-over
• Oversees quality control and assurance work during execution of project
• Coordinates with regulatory agencies, local landowners, power off-takers, and other project-level external parties
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining safety programs at the jobsite.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management required; equivalent experience or education may be considered
• Prior experience in heavy construction, including scheduling, document controls, project turnover, procurement, field receiving, construction cost estimating, engineering, budgeting, change management, and field engineering
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in engineering and construction of utility-scale renewable energy projects
• Experience involving execution of work under environmental and regulatory constraints unique to renewable energy projects preferred
• Strong technical proficiency with project scheduling software, Microsoft Office Suite; AutoCAD, file management platforms and other construction support systems preferred
• Proficient with GIS tools to collect, display and transmit data for projects
• Familiarity with contracting procedures, engineering practices, construction techniques, and renewable project technologies
• Willingness to execute extended field assignments
• Valid driver’s license
• 24/7 on-call availability when at project location
• Comfortable working at heights and the ability to perform essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation; this includes climbing wind turbines, lifting 50 lbs. above head, and meeting the weight requirement of standard safety and protective equipment.

Benefits

• The opportunity for merit-based salary increases
• Incentive plan participation
• Eligibility for our 401 (k) plan and matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Robust time-off policy including accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year
• Paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave